Mobile Commis Chef

Colten Care; New Milton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Excellent inductions, training and on‑

Real career progression opportunities

Additional hours / overtime

Choice of hot or cold meals on duty

Contributory pension scheme

Job summary

Colten Care in the New Forest area is seeking an experienced Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You’ll support the Head Chef in preparing a range of home cooked meals using locally sourced ingredients, while helping ensure nutritionally balanced options for residents.

The role offers 42 hours per week with a flexible pattern and shifts finishing at 6:30pm, plus paid breaks and opportunities to develop culinary skills in a supportive, resident-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for resident dining and home-style cooking.
• Natural communicator with team focus and willingness to learn.
• Experience in a similar kitchen role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in preparing a variety of home cooked meals using local produce.
• Provide nutritionally balanced meals across mealtimes.
• Support catering for dietary needs and special events.
• Help train and develop new starters and cover Kitchen Assistant as needed.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic kitchen per Health and Safety rules.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Can-do attitude

Sense of fun

Education

City & Guilds 706 1/2 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering / Cookery

Job description

Mobile Commis Chef

From £14.42 up to £15.92 per hour

42 hours per week, flexible working pattern required (includes paid breaks)

At Colten Care we are proud to offer career development opportunities, and a range of pay enhancements across our roles. Contact us to find out more

We're searching for an experienced, passionate and well-rounded Commis Chef to join our team at our homes in the New Forest area.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Chef to prepare a variety of home cooked meals including a selection of fresh cakes from local fresh produce

• Provide tasty nutritionally balanced meals across the various mealtimes

• Work closely with staff to support catering for specific dietary needs and special events.

• Provide team support, assisting with the training and development of new starters and covering the Kitchen Assistant when required

• Ensure a safe, hygienic working environment by following Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations.

Benefits:

• Shifts finish at 6:30pm

• Paid breaks (hourly rate)

• Annual pay review

That’s not all! - Our shifts finish at 6:30pm so if you’re looking for a better work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you!

In our well-equipped professional kitchen with modern appliances, you’ll support the Head Chef and Kitchen team in preparing meals that reflect the comforting flavours of home using locally sourced ingredients. Working closely with residents to create wholesome, balanced meals that enhance their well-being and tantalise their tastebuds. As a Commis Chef, you’ll follow guidance from the Head Chef, developing your skills while ensuring high standards are maintained and making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.

About You

You’ll have a genuine passion for creating an exceptional resident dining experience. You’ll be a natural communicator, a team player with a can-do attitude and a sense of fun.

You’ll take pride in understanding our residents’ needs and assisting them through a unique and exciting food journey, building lasting relationships along the way.

City & Guilds 706 1/2 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering / Cookery is desirable and you will have previous experience in a similar role.

**Business insurance is essential due to travel during work hours**

About Colten Care

We’re an award-winning, family-owned, independent care home group, with an outstanding reputation in the industry. This is due to our amazing people and our focus on keeping the resident at the heart of everything we do.

We strive to be the best we can hence why all 21 of our nursing homes are rated at least good and 7 are outstanding by the CQC, our national regulator.

If a career in elderly care is for you then you want to be part of the team at Colten Care.

Additional Benefits:

• Uniform provided

• Excellent inductions, training and ‘on the job’ support

• Real career progression opportunities

• Additional hours / overtime opportunities to suit your circumstances.

• Choice of hot or cold meals and drinks on duty

• Contributory pension scheme